Gussy

5 lettersverb

Updated June 2026

Definition

to dress up or make fancy

“She decided to gussy up for the special occasion.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

gus·sy

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

"Gussy" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants.

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Scrabble

"Gussy" is worth 9 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.

Words Related to Gussy

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “gussy” to make these 5-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

bussy fussy gassy gossy gushy gusty gutsy mussy sussy

Words you can make from Gussy

Shorter words formed from the letters in “gussy”.

guss guys

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